I've been mistreated, I've been abused.I've been struck downhearted, baby, I've been confused'cause I know, yes, I know I've been mistreated.Since my baby left me I've been losing my mind, you know I have.

I've been lonely, I've been cold.I've been looking for a woman to have and hold'cause I know, yes, I know I've been mistreated.Since my baby left me I've been losing, I've been losing,I've been losing my mind, baby baby babe.